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Which of the following statements correctly explains why transition metal ions are often coloured?.
- A.A) They absorb light in the ultraviolet region only.
- B.B) They have partially filled d-orbitals that allow for d-d transitions.
- C.C) They reflect all wavelengths of light.
- D.D) They have completely filled d-orbitals that do not allow for electron transitions.
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